21st April 2024

Drive It Day

Visit to the "Open Day" at Crofton Pumping Station, Crofton, Marlborough. SN8 3DW . It houses the steam driven Beam Engines which originally maintained the water level in the Kennet & Avon canal. Make your own way there.

Support the NSPCC by purchasing a Rally Plaque directly from "https://www.driveitday.co.uk" or at the Museum on the Day. Parking is free but there is a small fee to access the pumping house and boilers.

12th May 2024

Southampton Magna Rotary

New Forest Run

Starting and finishing at Copythorne Parish Hall with a lunch stop at Hockey's Farm Shop, South Gorley. Baps and hot drinks available at the beginning and the memorable cakes and drinks at the end to complete the day.

There are 2 runs available designed to accommodate the age and reliability of your car , a short run of 40 miles and a longer one of 80 miles, distances equally split between morning and afternoon. Contact John Webley by email "jjwebley@aol.com"

for entry forms and to register entry

18th May 2024

Visit to Amberley Museum 

The Museum & Heritage Centre is dedicated to preserving the industrial heritage of the South East. Over 40 exhibits are set in 36 acres of The South Downs National Park and show a variety of crafts skills with a Blacksmith, working Print Shop and Pottery. There is an Industrial narrow gauge railway and listed ancient Lime Kilns. It was used for some scenes in the Bond Film "A Time To Kill"

22nd June 2024

Thruxton Historic

Provisional arrangements have been made for Allsorts to attend again this year on the Saturday of this weekend meeting. Parking will be on the banked area adjacent the racetrack in a designated space for our exclusive use.

Details on discounted entry fees and meeting arrangements will be issued shortly.

13th July 2024

Medstead Village Fete

Allsorts Display at this popular village event together with cars from the Basingstoke MG Club. There is a good mix of local craft stalls, refreshments, activities all taking place on the village green between 13.00h -16.30h. Further details to be announced shortly

14th April 2024

Cobweb Run to the

Rural Life Living Museum 

Allsorts Members along with several other MG clubs, joined Winchester MGOC on their run to this interesting Venue located at Reed Road, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey GU10 2DL.

28th March 2024 @ 7pm 

Water Speed Records Talk

As a sequel to the presentation on the Land Speed record by member Greville Dawson, last year, he agreed to do another talk on Water Speed records. Greville worked on the Land Speed Bluebird CN8 project for several years after the death of Donald Campbell and has been an ambassador for the current Bloodhound project since 2009. He has a keen interest in the water speed record attempts and this talk proved to be exceptional and was well received by a full compliment of Members.

16th March 2024

Visit to Shawford Springs Rest Home

Supporting our local community with a visit to this Care Home located in Otterbourne Road, Compton,

Nr Winchester SO21 2RT.

The Saturday morning trip was between 10.00h and 12.00 midday, involving members with cars from the 40s, 50s & 60s  A good selection of cars attended and great interest was shown by the residents being back many happy memories for them.

17th February 2024

Valentines Day Run to

The Ship Inn, Langstone, PO9 1RD

Meeting at 11.00h, ABBOTSTONE DOWN car park SO24 9UD followed by an interesting drive through the lanes of Hampshire to THE SHIP INN  located just before the bridge over to Hayling Island.

Thanks to the organisers Lesley and Richard for arranging this event.

Wednesday 24th January 2023

7.00pm at The Flower Pots

Annual Quiz

Following a mix up by The Flower Pots with a double booking it was decided to bring the Quiz forward to the preceding day so we had sole use of the barn

Teams of six members and their friends tested their memory on both General Knowledge and Motoring Topics. Many had an enjoyable meal and liquid refreshments prior to the quiz beginning.

Special thanks to Greville for organising and running this brain teaser event.

14th December 2023 @ 7.00pm

Christmas Meal at The Flower Pots

The last meeting of the year.

Enjoy the company of fellow Members and their partners in the friendly environment of The Barn Room at Flower Pots Inn.

Notify John Hankin of your attendance and choice of food by Thursday 7th November.

email: newsletter@allsortsmotorclub.org.uk

phone 

Telephone: 01962771827

11th November 2023

Breakfast Meet at the Departure Lounge

Alton GU34 4BH

The Departure Lounge is located just outside Alton on the A339 on the left travelling towards Basingstoke.

Members arrived mostly by modern cars but the hardy few took the opportunity to give their pride and joy an airing, taking advantage of the sunny morning to take the hood down.

The Departure Lounge provided an excellent brunch and the chance to have a chat about the oncoming winter projects.

17th September 2023

Annual Doughnut Run

An all day event organised by the Basingstoke MG Owners Club in aid of St Michaels Hospice In-Patient unit.

Starting with delicious doughnuts with tea or coffee in the Milestones Museum touring through the Hampshire countryside  ending at Highfield Park Hotel, Hook. Stopping points along the route for brunch, lunch etc..



10th September 2023

Classic & Sports Car Parade

A joint event organised by the Winchester MG Owners Club.

A Vehicle parade starting from St Catherine's Park & Ride at 12.00noon then passing through Winchester City Centre  in support of the Heritage Open Days Festival. A fleet of King Alfred vintage buses ran a regular service from the car park into the city for entrants after the parade.

2nd September 2023

Alresford Agricultural Show

With thanks to Charters Estate Agents who are sponsored our display this year.

We had an eclectic mix of 10 vehicles in our 2nd year at the Show.

Last year, a theme of a car from each decade (almost!) was established but this year not many members registered their interest prior to the closing date for entries. As a result we have another wide range of exhibits displaying the wide ranging interests of our club members and ample proof we are indeed an Allsorts motor club.

10th August 2023

Drive Out to the Angel Hotel

Starting at Arlebury Park in Alresford on a beautiful sunny evening taking a 20+ mile route through some of the picturesque lanes of Hampshire to the Angel Hotel for refreshments.

A good turn out of 10 cars attended the event with a couple of "new" ones on display. a Jaguar XK8 and a new member's  sparkling Sunbeam Rapier convertible.

6th August 2023

Phyllis Tuckwell Motor Show

A rare opportunity to visit to a private car collection in Churt, Surrey in aid of the Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice in Farnham..

20th July 2023 Evening

Lasham Airfield, Alton, GU34 5SS

The July Run Out was a visit to Lasham Gliding Society. Some members took the opportunity to fly but most just attended for viewing the gliding and socialising with fellow enthusiasts.



8th July 2023

Medstead Village Fete

Allsorts Display at this popular village event together with cars from the Basingstoke MG Club. There was a good mix of local craft stalls, refreshments, activities all taking place on the village green and village hall.

17th June 2023

Thruxton Historic

Following a successful and enjoyable event last year, 10 cars from Allsorts attended but on Saturday this year

Thruxton made some changes to the format but included the popular Jochen Rindt Trophy for single seat race cars of the 60,70,80s, FISCAR race and a series of races over the weekend for Ferrari Saloons.

15th June 2023

Austin Healey Club Joint Meeting

Empress of Blandings, Romsey Road, Copythorne, SO40 2PF

A change of venue for this regular event arriving around 7.00pm.

Option to meet at Alrebury Park car park for an organised run down to this New Forest venue or make your own way there.

10th June 2023

Bishop's Waltham Rotary Family Fun Day

&  Motorcade Procession

OPTION of joining the Motorcade through the village starting at Botley at 11.30am or just display at the showground in Hamble Springs SO32 1SF.

Register attendance with Peter Yeoman "info@yeomansyearbook.org.uk" and inform Neil Simpson at "events@allsortsmotorclub.org.uk"

18th May 2023

Evening Run to the Pub with No Name

Beginning at Alrebury Park in Alresford taking a 20+ mile route through some of the lanes of Hampshire arriving at The White Horse (No Name Pub) in Priors Dean near Petersfield for a meal and/or drinks.

23 April 2023

Drive It Day

A drive of some 50+miles around the Basingstoke area with members of the Basingstoke MG Owners Club. The run started at Worting House car park and ended at the Wheatsheaf Public House, North Waltham for lunch.

Support for the NSPCC provided by purchasing a Rally Plaque directly from "https://www.driveitday.co.uk"

26th March 2023 from 10.00am onwards

Middle Wallop Army Flying Museum

A visit to the Museum organised by Winchester MG Owners Club. Due to heavy overnight rain which continued into the morning, Allsorts managed only 3 classic cars supported by several in more modern vehicles. The MG owners proved to be a much hardier lot and turned up in their "Pride and Joy" nevertheless it proved to be an enjoyable day for us all at a really interesting venue. A return visit is highly recommended.

23rd February 2023 @ 7pm

Land Speed Records Talk

An enlightening and informative presentation by member, Greville Dawson, who worked on the Bluebird CN8 project for several years after the death of Donald Campbell and has been an ambassador for the Bloodhound project since 2009.

On the left the photographs of the Jeantaud 1898 (39.24mph) and Thrust SSC 1997 (763.035mph) giving an indication of the advances made over 99 years as well as the breadth of the topics covered in the talk.

14th February 2023 @ 11.00am

Valentines Day Run

We gathered at Arlebury Park car park for an interesting drive through the lanes of Hampshire arriving at the Hen & Chicken, Upper Froyle, Alton GU34 4JH for lunch.

26th January 2023

Annual Quiz

Teams of six comprising members and their friends, tested their knowledge on some General Knowledge and Motoring Topics, whilst enjoying lunch and liquid refreshments.

"What a great event!  Thanks to the Pots team who did a great job working hard behind the scenes to feed and "water" us all in a fuss free manner.  Special thanks to Neil for organising and running this brain teaser event, as well as John for his liaison with the Pots team.

We have to do this again...."

15th December 2022

Christmas Dinner at the Flower Pots

30 Members and their partners braved the rigours of the cost of living crisis and met at the Pots.

The Barn was adorned with Christmas decorations and even had crackers to enhance the occasion. The food and service were excellent amidst the merriment enjoyed by all.

3rd November 2022

Breakfast Meet & Visit to a Local Vintage & Classic Garage

We met at the newly re-opened Titchborne Arms just outside Alresford SO24 0NA from 9.30 am'ish onwards for breakfast  and coffee. We will then drove some 20 minutes or so to arrive at the Classic Garage for 11.30 am to see the premises and current stock of classic and vintage cars. Coffee was provided.

 This event was over-subscribed and our plan is to repeat the event in March 2023. Please contact Neil to book your place(s) when the notification is issued

2nd September 2022

Alresford Agricultural Show

With thanks to Strutt & Parker of Winchester, their sponsorship made it possible for 10 Allsorts vehicles; one from each decade to be displayed, ranging from the 1900's to the 1990's. This was an opportunity for visitors to meet the owners and talk cars of all shapes, sizes and years.

As expected, the Adler, Bullnose Morris and Triumph Vitesse drew the biggest crowds, with a lot of people reminiscing over the MG BGT. One young person beamed when sat in the Bullnose having their photo taken. Numerous people also took great delight in sitting in the Adler. A lot of people asked about the 1930's Triumph Vitesse, while admiring glances and comments prevailed when looking at the gleaming XK150. People commented about the Morris 8 and how original it had been kept for over 50 years by the second owner. Puzzled heads gazed at the black E type wondering what modifications had been made to the car, having been drawn in by the flared wheel arches and wide tyres.

18th August 2022

A collection of cars with

George and Friends

We spent an enjoyable evening viewing a unique range of cars with the opportunity to talk with the owners who have "been there, seen it, and done it" about their vehicles, some of which were still projects.

Afterwards we met at a local hostelry, for beverages and food and a chat.

15th July 2022

Roberts Run to the Plough

Something of an Annual event, is the popular run out to the Plough.

After a relaxing drive through the countryside, we took our seats for good food and a chat with friends

12th June 2022

Thruxton Historic

It was a good day with great weather, and a great location, away from the public car park, next to the track, and the MG Owners Club. The feedback was very positive, such as good value for money and an easy drive to and from Thruxton. We're hoping to attend again in 2023.

The event was uncrowded and relaxed, with none of the queues endured at other events.  Reasonably priced food / drink vendors and amenities within easy reach. There were plenty of opportunities to see the action and gain a good vantage point around the track and Grandstand or visit the pits, as well as Land Rover, motorcycle, aircraft, and helicopter static displays. We were also treated to a Hurricane flying low overhead.